1992 BMW 332 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 332 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
